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Well, That F*cked Me Up! Surviving Life Changing Events.

411 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 20 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 52 ratings

BITE-SIZE PERSONAL STORIES OF SURVIVING LIFE CHANGING EXPERIENCES: Hosted by Luke Colson and Kyle Wise, we feature weekly guests and explore extreme personal life changing experiences and the journey emotional and physical recovery. Each guest discusses their story of how their lives were turned upside down, by unexpected events. Stories like surviving a car crash, surviving abuse, being paralyzed in an accident, witnessing a crime.. and many more! Luke and Kyle will take an honest, raw, yet positive and hopeful approach, to really find out how these sudden events have effected our guests, and hear about the tools they use to overcome the subsequent struggle and adversity. We will focus on the journey to success and recovery, and hear stories of how our guests overcame trauma, and mental health challenges like ptsd, anxiety depression and phobias that have often lead to addiction, alcoholism, and disorders. While we will focus on the events themselves, and the lasting effects of these moments, our goal in this podcast is to concentrate on the positive journeys of resilience, recovery and hope that comes from these extraordinary stories. Join us for the ride of your life, and other peoples too! Why listen? We hope that our listeners will feel comfort, empowerment, strength and hope through this community of people and the stories we share. Everyone’s experiences are unique, but the circumstances around recovery and healing can be a shared and comforting journey. EMAIL: [email protected] MUSIC by DeVyruss from Pixabay SPOTIFY: For reasons that no one at Spotify knows, our podcast does NOT play on the Spotify App from IOS devices. It works on every other platform, and even works on Spotify App from Android and works just fine on Spotify for Desktop. Spotify tell us they don' t know how to fix it. We love our listeners and encourage you to find another way, and another platform, and we apologize, this one is out of our hands.

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S4 E15: Ann's Story - We Need To Amputate Your Leg

April 18, 2024 08:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MB

After 20 years, Ann finally found the strength to escape an abusive, emotionally crippling, and desperate marriage.  Just as her life was beginning to blossom, disaster struck. After coming down with the Flu one day, Ann's health started to deteriorate,  and the next day, she awoke with no feeling in her legs. After emergency, life saving surgery to remove hundreds of blood clots throughout Ann's lower body, she was told that her leg needed to be amputated. Tune in to hear how focus, faith, ...

S4 EP14: Anastasia's Story: It's OK To Not Be OK

April 11, 2024 08:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MB

A few years ago, Anastasia Zadiek, left her house after an argument with her husband with the sole intention of ending her life. Decades of childhood trauma had led to suicidal thoughts, and that night, everything just boiled over. As she walked down to her regular hiking spot towards the cliffs, she started to think about her kids, and what her decision would do to them. Listen into this incredible episode to hear what happened to allow Anastasia to face her demons and finally ask for help....

S4 EP13: Kendall's Story - Overcoming Relentless Adversity!

April 04, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MB

Kendall Patterson joins us this week, for a simply wonderful episode. Kendall has experienced abuse (of all the kinds), poverty, traumatic events, two traumatic brain injury parents (on separate occasions!) and most of her immediate family are or were addicts. Thats just the start, in 2021, the gloves really came off, with a new baby, her immediate family would deal with covid, leukemia, alcoholism, and multiple deaths, and Kendall herself changed career, got divorced, and lost her father in...

S4: EP12: David's Story - Heroin Took Everything!

March 28, 2024 08:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MB

David was a young, successful, high-flying executive, making his way to the top! First working for a record label in LA, he then fell into the business and marketing side of the  adult film industry! By his twenties, he had 'the cars, the girls, the houses, and the expensive watches', and he felt he had the world at his feet. Then came Heroin. David's story plays out like a real life Hollywood Movie, and as heroin addiction took hold, he would lose everything. His battle against the addictio...

S4 EP11: Prof. Pete's Story - Stress Nearly Killed Me

March 21, 2024 08:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MB

During his 35+ year career, Professor Pete Alexander had the privilege to work in a variety of positions including Sales, Marketing, College Professor and Small Business Owner. Each role had one thing in common - high stress - to the point he was diagnosed with stress-related diabetes and ended up in the hospital with a severe case of diabetic ketoacidosis, a few hours away from falling into a coma! It was a reality check! When you don’t have your health, not much else matters. Prof. Pete kn...

S4 EP10: Megan's Story - Recovering From A Lifetime Of Abuse

March 14, 2024 08:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MB

Megan Harris is the author of 'Not You' – a memoir of her life as a young mother and mixed-race woman stuck in a cycle of abuse. With her first abortion at age 18, her first child at 19, a long series of bad relationships with men who demean and abuse her, and her own struggles with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and lack of self-confidence, Megan works to break free and provide a life for herself and her children that she can be proud of. Truly real and relatable. We hope that this a...

S4 EP9: Sarah's Story - How To Change Your Life For The Better

March 07, 2024 09:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MB

Many years ago, despite living what many would consider a great life, Sarah Bettman couldn’t help but feel like something was missing...like there was something more to be had. She has a distinct memory of sitting in her car on her way home from work. She was stopped at a stop sign, staring aimlessly at heavy raindrops hitting the windshield. It was a heavy rain and the wipers couldn’t keep up. But alas, they kept wiping. Wipe by wipe, She stared and thought, “is this really all there is?” T...

S4 EP9: Sarah's Story - How I Changed My Life For The Better

March 07, 2024 09:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MB

Many years ago, despite living what many would consider a great life, Sarah Bettman couldn’t help but feel like something was missing...like there was something more to be had. She has a distinct memory of sitting in her car on her way home from work. She was stopped at a stop sign, staring aimlessly at heavy raindrops hitting the windshield. It was a heavy rain and the wipers couldn’t keep up. But alas, they kept wiping. Wipe by wipe, She stared and thought, “is this really all there is?” T...

S4 EP8: Leah's Story - From Chronic Health Issues to Freedom!

February 29, 2024 09:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MB

This week, we welcome Leah Drew to the show, and what a wonderful episode it is! After enduring an emotionally challenging childhood, surviving a pancreatic tumor at 16 years old, suffering with severe physical pain, facing significant chronic health problems, and nearly committing suicide, Leah found herself fed-up with the traditional “treat the symptom” approach adopted by the western medical system. Years of suffering with her mental, emotional & physical health without the right support...

Rhiannon's Story - Kidnapped At Knife Point

February 22, 2024 09:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MB

TW / CONTENT WARNING: This story involves details of kidnap and sexual assault and may be triggering. Listener discretion advised. Flashback episode, one of our Most listened to. It was just an ordinary day, Rhiannon was washing her car in broad daylight, she was 19 years old. Moments later she would be kidnapped at knife point and put though a harrowing ordeal including physical and sexual assault. 20 years later, she is telling her story, to help others realize that they too can reclaim th...

S4 EP7: Rhiannon's Story - Kidnapped At Knife Point

February 22, 2024 09:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MB

TW / CONTENT WARNING: This story involves details of kidnap and sexual assault and may be triggering. Listener discretion advised. Flashback episode, one of our Most listened to. It was just an ordinary day, Rhiannon was washing her car in broad daylight, she was 19 years old. Moments later she would be kidnapped at knife point and put though a harrowing ordeal including physical and sexual assault. 20 years later, she is telling her story, to help others realize that they too can reclaim th...

S4 EP6: Randy's Story - Losing My Daughters, Back From The Brink!

February 15, 2024 09:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MB

Randy Brown faced a dramatic plunge to the depths of depression, after not one, but two of his four daughter’s sudden deaths. This was followed by addiction, and then divorce, prison, and a career lost forever. His book, Rebound Forward is a transparent and honest look at his life and how adversity helped him rebound and has shaped him into the person he is today. Few are willing to publicly admit their poor choices and impending consequences, but Randy is one of those rare people who thrive...

S4 EP5: Bhavya's Story - Escaping Abuse And Starting A New Life From Scratch

February 08, 2024 09:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MB

TW: Contains conversations about sexual and physical abuse. Bhavya Gaur is a survivor of abuse and domestic violence. In this extraordinary and empowering episode, she takes us through her life growing up in India, getting married, having kids, and eventually leaving her abusive husband for a new life in Canada. Bhavya first experienced sexual abuse, as a young child, by a family member. More forms of abuse would follow through her early life, both emotional and physical. After a terrifying ...

S4 EP5: Josh's Story - Escaping Jehovah's Witness, Alcoholism And Near Death!

February 01, 2024 09:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MB

Josh Rogers joins us for an amazing chat, in this must listen episode! Josh was raised as a Jehovah’s Witness as a child, He was kicked out of family home at 16 as a registered alcoholic, and was hospitalized into a young adult mental health ward on suicide watch at 17. After finally getting sober and his life back on track, he was nearly killed crossing the road, at age 19.  Join us to hear how Josh awoke from a coma, and made a commitment to start to live his life in the right way. Its an ...

S4 EP4: Suzanne's Story - My Journey Through Grief After Losing My Son

January 25, 2024 09:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MB

Suzanne Jabour is a grieving mom who has found meaning in her loss through opening up conversations about grief – how it really works and how we can support people experiencing it. Suzanne came on our show to share her moving and heartbreaking story, but, as with all our guests, we focus on the journey through the darkness, and Suzanne's story is simply wonderful, as she talks about her slow recovery and grieving process through all the pain and trauma. Suzanne is here to share her story in ...

S4 EP3: Stephany's Story - Escaping Narcissistic Abuse, Twice!

January 18, 2024 09:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MB

Stephany Ann is a survivor of narcissistic abuse and has experienced relationship trauma through two marriages to narcissists. Stephany intimately understands the depths of emotional pain, isolation, and self-doubt thats comes with such experiences. Her journey from victimhood to victory is truly awe-inspiring, fueled by an unwavering belief in the incredible capacity of the human spirit for healing and growth. Stephany has expertise as an Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) practitioner, and ...

S4 EP2: Michelle's Story - Blood Clots On My Lungs And Other Life Stories!

January 11, 2024 09:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MB

Welcome to our first guest episode of 2024! Season 4 is upon us and we are thrilled to have Michelle Glogovac on the show to kick us off! Michelle lost her father at 7 years old, and soon after had to deal with an absent mother for reasons she will explain! Michelle realized she had to fend for herself and worked hard through school and secured a corporate job that she continued for nearly two decades! When she was let go, now a mother of two kids (born one year apart!!), Michelle decided it...

S4 EP1: Welcome To Season 4 - Intro with Luke and Kyle

January 04, 2024 09:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MB

Well, here we are, as we embark on our fourth year and fourth season of our globally acclaimed Podcast, Well, 'That F*cked Me Up! Surviving Life Changing Events'. If you have just found us, you have over 100 episodes to go back and listen too! Each week, we have a new guest, discussing their story! Stories of triumph over trauma. And Season 4 promises to be one of the best seasons yet! So, buckle up, and join Luke Colson and Kyle Wise, as we say hello to 2024, and prepare for the rollercoast...

S3 EP51: Jan's Story - BONUS After Thoughts

December 28, 2023 10:00 - 8 minutes - 5.57 MB

Its the LAST episode of 2023! What a year of amazing episodes and growth we have had! Luke and Kyle discuss the previous episode, as always, and round up Season 3 and another brilliant year. Thank you to all our guests and listeners! Links for Jan: Facebook: @jsburlauthor Instagram: @jsburlauthor LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/jan-burl-4476b416 Website: http://www.thundercrestbooks.com Support the show

S3 EP51: Jan's Story - Surviving A Life Changing Stroke

December 28, 2023 09:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MB

Jan Burl is a hemorrhagic stroke survivor who recently obtained her Masters in Creative Writing from Southern New Hampshire University.  She is now an international motivational speaker on Stroke/Traumatic Brain Injury! As a child, Jan was adopted into an alcoholic and abusive house, this was the first experience of what was to be a very traumatic rollercoaster ride, over the coming decades. Often common with ptsd sufferers, Jan couldn't sit still in later life, she would keep herself busy w...

S3 EP49: Andy's Story - BONUS After Thoughts

December 21, 2023 10:00 - 7 minutes - 4.88 MB

Luke and Kyle unpack the previous episode, Andy's Story, which was simply amazing. It’s a wonderful and heartfelt episode about just how life can be flipped upside down at the drop of a hat. We discuss the diagnosis, the mental rollercoaster, the journey through to the operation, and the recovery process. Andy is able to bring a really down to earth and very open conversation to what is often seen as a taboo or stigmatized subject, especially among Men. Let's talk about it folks! Thanks Andy...

S3 EP50: Andy's Story - My Testicular Cancer Journey

December 21, 2023 09:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MB

Andy Orrick, a healthy father of two, had just returned from a swim with his Son, when he realized that one of his Testicles was 4 x the size that it was meant to be! The next steps were a whirlwind, starting with a visit to his doctor, antibiotics, ultrasound , CT scan, the dreaded diagnosis, a urologist, and a life saving operation! It was just 3 weeks from first seeing his doctor, to having his testicle removed, all on the NHS in the UK where he lives! Andy's story is much more than just ...

S3 EP49: Kyle M's Story - BONUS After Thoughts

December 14, 2023 10:00 - 9 minutes - 6.33 MB

Luke and Kyle reflect on Kyle M's story! Wow. We discuss faith, fear of death, and the afterlife. Oh, and not giving a f*ck about your credit score!! Helpful Links from Kyle: Vanderbilt in Nashville: https://www.vanderbilthealth.com Medical Trauma: https://www.healthline.com/health/i-have-medical-ptsd Crisis helpline: https://www.calhope.org/ Articles: https://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2020/04/life-after-the-icu/610384/ https://voice.vumc.org/five-surgeries-nine-days-month-intensiv...

S3 EP49: Kyle M's Story - Waking Up 17 Days Later

December 14, 2023 09:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB

FROM THE ARCHIVE OF SEASON ONE: Kyle knew something was seriously wrong, in a panic, he drove himself to the ER, and woke up 17 days later. A huge medical event had left him in a coma, he had flatlined for 11 minutes, and his family had been called in to say goodbye. We discuss the events leading up to, during, and after this life changing experience. Its utterly unbelievable! Helpful Links from Kyle: Vanderbilt in Nashville: https://www.vanderbilthealth.com Medical Trauma: https://www.heal...

S3 EP48: Jorge's Story - BONUS After Thoughts

December 07, 2023 10:00 - 4 minutes - 3.1 MB

Join Luke Colson fo a little After Thought on Jorge's Story (the previous episode) Jorge shares the lesson that with the right mindset, setbacks can be transformed into opportunities for growth and self-discovery. He emphasizes the importance of resilience, hard work, and high expectations in achieving success and reinventing oneself. By sharing his own experiences and examples, Jorge hopes to inspire and empower others to pursue their true purpose in life. Links From Jorge Book: www.AnswerT...

S3 EP48: Jorge's Story - Rising From The Depths Of Darkness

December 07, 2023 09:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MB

Jorge V Gonzalez shares his personal journey of reinvention, after spending two decades perfecting his craft, Jorge was faced with a disability after a bad accident, that left him unable to continue working, and plunged him into the depths of darkness. But rather than succumbing to anger and grief, he drew inspiration from his family's legacy of taking calculated risks and began to pursue a path forward with new found strength. Jorge talks about his family who moved to the USA from Mexico in...

S3 EP47: Avery's Story - BONUS After Thoughts

November 30, 2023 10:00 - 9 minutes - 6.66 MB

Luke and Kyle unpack this brilliant previou episode, with Avery Grace, who is just 16 years old. From age 6, Avery has experienced all kinds of physical and mental health. From the death of her Garndfather that had a profound effect on her, to a house fire she ecaped from, and some pretty horrendous bullying and social media bullying. Congratulations Avery, on being our youngest ever guest! Links For Avery My podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avery-willdridge Insta: https://i...

S3 EP47: Avery's Story - 16 Years Old With A Lifetime Of Trauma

November 30, 2023 09:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MB

Avery Grace is just 16 years old, and she hosts her own podcast, IamAvery! She has already experienced a great deal, and is chasing her dreams of helping others and raising awareness of mental health. From age 6, Avery has experienced all kinds of physical and mental health. From the death of her Grandfather that had a profound effect on her, to a house fire she escaped from, and some pretty horrendous bullying and social media bullying. Avery is a very open book and is here to share some of...

S3 EP46: John's Story - BONUS After Thoughts

November 23, 2023 10:00 - 6 minutes - 4.73 MB

This is the After Thoughts episode, for our previous episode featuring John Capello.  Luke and Kyle discuss his amazing story. If ever there was a rock bottom, John was deep, deep in there! Listen as we hear how John began to the fight to recovery. From physical pain, but also, total mental turmoil. It’s an astonishing story, and offers hope to those of us who feel like the darkness is too overwhelming. Wow. Thank you John! Links For John: https://www.quantumphysicalfitness.com/ Support the...

S3 EP46: John's Story - Head On Collision Changed The Course Of My Life

November 23, 2023 09:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MB

John Capello had a wife and two kids, as well as a new baby on the way! He was getting the promotion he had been working so hard for, that would mean he could finally move into a bigger home to accommodate the growing family! It was on the drive to meet with his boss, to formalize the promotion, that John was hit head-on by an oncoming car that was turning illegally. John’s life, in a split second, was turned upside down. Join us for an unmissable episode about strength and resilience when a...

S3 EP45: Mariya's Story - BONUS After Thoughts

November 16, 2023 10:00 - 6 minutes - 4.74 MB

Luke and Kyle discuss Mariya's Story, the previous episode, all about self love, healing, believing in yourself and learning to trust our thinking. A really brilliant episode about how we can truly lead our best life! Thank you Mariya! Links: https://www.mariyashiyko.love/ https://www.facebook.com/mariya.shiyko https://www.instagram.com/mariyashiyko/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariya-shiyko-phd-mt-lyt-49a9121/ Support the show

S3 EP45: Mariya's Story - From Russia To Finding Myself

November 16, 2023 09:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MB

In this wonderfully engaging episode, we chat with Mariya Shiyko, who was born and raised in a small town in Russia (300,000 people). Not knowing any other life, she thought her upbringing was normal. Mariya had a strict authoritarian and often abusive father who often used alcohol to cope with stress. Raised during the times of communism, her family had just enough money to get by with the essentials. And it wasn't until Mariya left Russia when she was 21 years old, for the USA, that she re...

S3 EP44: Morgan's Story - BONUS After Thoughts

November 09, 2023 10:00 - 4 minutes - 3.13 MB

Just Luke Colson again for this after thoughts section, as we reflect on Morgan Rockwell's awesome episode! Morgan Rockwell showed how a shift in perspective and belief in herself allowed her to begin to embrace her life in Portugal, where previously she just didn't believe in herself or her ability to find happiness. An amazing episode about resilience and strength in some pretty desperate times! Thank you Morgan! Links For Morgan: Website: https://www.morganrockwell.com/ IG: https://www.in...

S3 EP44: Morgan's Story - Trapped In A Foreign Country After Divorce

November 09, 2023 09:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MB

Morgan Rockwell shares her story about how her divorce left her as a single mom in a foreign country where she cannot hold a work visa in her previous area of expertise. She felt trapped and alone, however a shift in perspective and belief in herself allowed her to begin to embrace her life in Portugal, and build a thriving online business and create a wonderful life for herself and her two boys. An amazing episode about resilience and strength in some pretty desperate times! Links For Morga...

S3 EP43: Julie's Story - BONUS After thougts

November 02, 2023 09:00 - 2 minutes - 1.99 MB

Thank you Julie for a great episode, its just Luke here for a very quick after thoughts episode. Kyle is with his new baby and Luke is in NYC so its a quick check in about how Julie's episode resonated so much. So many of us are in debt, and scared to talk about it. Lets get rid of the stigma! LINKS FOR JULIE: website link www.juliecreffield.com book link https://amzn.to/46I8F0f Support the show

S3 EP43: Julie's Story - Surviving 5 Redundancies, And Bouncing Back

November 02, 2023 08:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MB

Julie started her life in very humble surroundings, one of 6 kids growing up in a single parent family on a council estate in East London, her life has had many ups and downs. Julie has, among many other pitfalls, experienced 5 redundancies, with the most recent happening just as she moved into a new home. She can relate to the massive stress that this can put on us! She talks about resilience through bouncing back and making more positive choices around business and money. It's an amazingly...

S3 EP42: Dr Petro's Story - BONUS After Thoughts

October 26, 2023 09:00 - 9 minutes - 6.57 MB

A very special After Thoughts episode, If you didnt listen to the previous episode please do, it will all make sense! Here, Luke and Kyle speak to David Kagel, about how he is helping the people of Ukraine with a donation drive. Have a listen and feel free to help if you so desire! WEBSITE: https://sustainukrainetogether.com/ DONATE: https://sustainukrainetogether.com/how-to-help-now/ MEDIA: https://sustainukrainetogether.com/media/ Support the show

S3 EP42: Dr Petro's Story - Fleeing Ukraine, Then Returning To Help!

October 26, 2023 08:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MB

This episode is like nothing we have ever had on our Podcast before.  Dr Petro, his wife Dr Olga, and their three young children fled Ukraine as Russia invaded. We discuss their journey across boarders, being homeless, and finally finding hope and accommodation in Los Angeles! The lifestyle change from Cherkasky, Ukraine, to Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, is not lost on Petro and Olga, they were living a fairytale that was so very different from the life they knew. However, their Doctor cre...

S3 EP41: Ben's Story - BONUS After Thoughts

October 19, 2023 09:00 - 7 minutes - 5.34 MB

Luke and Kyle unpack the previous episode, Ben's Story, an amazing episode, that we hope you all enjoyed! The episode not only discusses the physical turmoil that Ben has had to endure for decades, but the emotional struggle Ben has now been facing as he tries to make peace with the fact this information was withheld from him, seemingly to protect him? Join us for this quick after thoughts episode! Links for Ben: Ben's Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2252652 Support the show

S3 EP41: Ben's Story - ENT Doctor Uncovers A Shocking Childhood Trauma

October 19, 2023 08:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MB

At age 39 this year, Ben K visited an ENT specialist due to lifelong sinus and hearing issues. During the examination, the doctor was puzzled by the presence of bone spurs in his nose. The Doctor asked Ben, 'has there ever been any facial trauma in your past'?  The answer came during a Mother's Day lunch with his mom a few days later.  What Ben found out from his Mother that day changed everything, and is truly jaw-dropping. Details emerged about his life or death,  traumatic birth, that had...

S3 EP40: Lauren's Story - BONUS After Thoughts

October 12, 2023 09:00 - 8 minutes - 5.62 MB

Luke and Kyle chat about the previous episode, Lauren's Story, and the amazing fighting human spirit! We discuss the crossroads, when Lauren looked at her 5 year old daughter, and decided to live! Thank you Lauren for a wonderful episode! Links For Lauren: Website: https://www.ithurtstomom.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ithurtstomom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ithurtstomom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ithurtstomom Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ithurts...

S3 EP40: Lauren's Story - Surviving Through Chronic Pain and Depression

October 12, 2023 08:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MB

Lauren is a disabled wife & mom living with chronic pain, depression, and paralyzing anxiety and PTSD due to multiple forms of assault and abuse. In 2017 Lauren had to stop working due to debilitating spinal pain. For the next two years, She was in a deep depression. But one day, after looking at her then 5 year old daughter, she started to come out of the darkness.  Using a mix of intentional daily gratitude, and realizing God could take my broken life and make something beautiful out of it...

S3 EP40: Lauren's Story - Chronic Pain and Depression

October 12, 2023 08:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MB

Lauren is a disabled wife & mom living with chronic pain, depression, and paralyzing anxiety and PTSD due to multiple forms of assault and abuse. In 2017 Lauren had to stop working due to debilitating spinal pain. For the next two years, She was in a deep depression. But one day, after looking at her then 5 year old daughter, she started to come out of the darkness.  Using a mix of intentional daily gratitude, and realizing God could take my broken life and make something beautiful out of it...

S3 EP39: Dawn's Story - BONUS After Thoughts

October 05, 2023 09:00 - 7 minutes - 5.4 MB

This is the after thoughts section for Dawn's Story, where Luke and Kyle discuss the previous episode. Dawn left her existing career after burnout and a medical hiccup (her words), and is now trying things that are way out of her comfort zone, working on getting rid of her head trash, taking risks and trying new things out that she has always wanted to do. We loved her episode!! Site: www.uniqueconnector.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/uniqueconnector/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/chan...

S3 EP39: Dawn's Story - Stress, Burnout, Hospital, Fresh Start

October 05, 2023 08:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB

Dawn was working too much, for over a decade she built a career that kept on applying new pressure and more hours, until, the stress and burnout would take its toll. After  the pandemic hit, and a medical hiccup in the shape on an ectopic pregnancy, followed by what doctors thought was a stroke, Dawn was forced to stop, and rest. These events really opened her eyes and over the next few weeks, Dawn began a new journey to work on her mindset, growth and overall wellness. She left her existing...

S3 EP38: Evan's Story - BONUS After Thoughts

September 28, 2023 09:00 - 5 minutes - 3.95 MB

Your host Luke Colson recaps the previous episode, Evan’s story, and how happiness in sobriety is really possible! Thank you Evan for your honesty, humor and life changing experiences! Links for Evan: Site: https://partycoach.me/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/evan_cudworth/ Support the show

S3 EP38: Evan's Story - From Party Animal To Party Coach

September 28, 2023 08:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MB

Evan Chudworth was addicted to partying, and with that, plenty of drink and drugs. He just didn't see a way where he could give up the hedonistic lifestyle without becoming boring!! Evan grew up in Chicago, and came out at a young age, in a religious family, and then lost his mother to cancer. Evan just didn't put any of his behaviour down to trauma, but he started to become overwhelmed with anxiety and sort help multiple times, but the drink, and then the drugs began to win. The thing is, E...

S3 EP37: Amanda’s Story - BONUS After Thoughts

September 21, 2023 09:00 - 4 minutes - 3.12 MB

Just Luke on this one, as Kyle has welcomed his new daughter into the world! Luke chats about Amanda's story, who we met in the previous episode, and the incredible power of the human brain. LINKS for Amanda: Substack: https://keramikslu.substack.com/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/668118167693842/ Ball of Clay Experience:https://keramikslu.com/what-is-a-ball-of-clay-experience/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/keramikslu YouTube: https://youtube.com/@keramikSLU Support the...

S3 EP37: Amanda’s Story - My Brain Is A Computer Super-Power

September 21, 2023 08:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MB

Amanda Murphy joins us for an utterly brilliant episode all about life’s rollercoaster (or river as she call it!). At age 7 Amanda had already recognized her brain was different, but it wasn't until a few years later when she was fully aware of her Neurodiversity, and that her brain wanted to collect data. Data, data, data.. 24/7. She was constantly computing everything around her, she was reading 8-10 books per week, and she had a boundless appetite for information, seemingly hellbent on un...

S3 EP36: Madison's Story - BONUS After Thoughts

September 14, 2023 09:00 - 6 minutes - 4.25 MB

This is the After Thoughts section for the previous episode, in which Madison McGhee discussed her Father's  murder! Listen as we unpack the amazing episode! Please listen, right now, its amazing!! Links for Madison: Podcast: https://linktr.ee/icecoldcase Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/icecoldcase/ Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/madison_mcghee/ Website: https://icecoldcase.com Support the show

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